Fire, Health and Safety Officer

The role will provide professional advice to the University on all fire matters and support the Head of Safety, Environment and Continuity in providing competent health and safety advice to ensure the safety of all staff, students, and visitors to all sites.

The post holder will take the lead on advising upon and assessing fire safety provisions in all University buildings. Responsibilities include:

• Formulating policies and procedures and providing input into capital and maintenance projects.
• Overseeing all aspects of fire safety in University buildings, including conducting fire risk assessments and monitoring the completion of actions arising from those assessments.
• Developing compliance strategies and policies and providing technical advice.
• Identifying risks and improvements required to meet legislative compliance or reduce risks.
• Investigating fire and safety-related incidents, reporting findings to relevant staff, and monitoring any arising actions.
• Delivering mandatory training to University staff in relation to fire and safety.
• Working out of hours, including weekends, in response to incidents requiring an on-site presence.

Description of Duties:

• Report to senior University managers providing expert advice to ensure the safety of the institution, its physical assets, and its people.
• Undertake and maintain documented fire risk assessments of all University buildings as required by the Fire Safety (Scotland) Act 2005 and current legislation.
• Provide fire safety support to Accommodation Services to ensure compliance with the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1992.
• Liaise with relevant enforcing authorities during HMO licence audits and building warrant inspections.
• Provide technical advice at the design stage of capital projects and refurbishments.
• Work closely with colleagues in property management for the maintenance and installation of fire safety systems.
• Review and develop the fire management strategy and plans for all existing and new University buildings.
• Carry out periodic fire safety and health and safety inspections and audits of all University buildings and processes.
• Provide competent advice and guidance to Accommodation and Commercial Services on safety requirements for events held on campus.

Essential Criteria:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (Fire Safety) or equivalent.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (Health and Safety) or equivalent.
• Excellent working knowledge of Statutory Compliance.
• In-depth experience of fire safety, health and safety, and emergency response at a senior operational level.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of life safety systems.
• Excellent auditing and inspection skills.
• Experience of implementing change in complex organisations.
• Financial and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work as part of a team and foster collaborative partnerships.
• Excellent planning, analytical, presentation, and IT skills.
• Evidence of decision-making skills in critical situations.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable Criteria:

• Understanding of working in a University Campus environment.
• Membership of IOSH (Tech grade) and IIFE (Tech grade) / IFSM (Associate grade).

Additional Information:

• Part time (40% FTE)
• Open Ended
• £37,999 - £45,163 p.a. pro-rata
• The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 20 January 2025.
• This role is not eligible for sponsorship; applicants require existing right to work in the UK.

The University of Stirling recognises that a diverse workforce benefits and enriches the work, learning, and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers and welcome applications from those who would contribute to further diversification of our staff.